Stunning lake, quiet, few lakes compare to this clean water and hot desert like area in the summer. It offers rest and relaxation or physical activities from hiking, cycling, watersports, to just fresh air and wineries, and did I mention wineries..... explore the artsy nearby town of Chemainus ("the little town that did") with live theatre and shops or Ladysmith, the famous town of the Christmas lights, Duncan the new trend setter, and Cowichan Bay for waterfront dining and pubs, ocean fishing and boating and many other tourist nearby destinations. The little town of Lake Cowichan comes alive in the summer with live concerts, little waterfront restaurants and pubs, boating, cycling, hiking and the famous Cowichan River tubing fun and so much more. Great spot to explore Vancouver Island from one end to the other.